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Chicken Birria Tacos: Unlock the Flavor in Every Bite!

Delicious Chicken Birria Tacos that are bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup diced onion for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Place the chicken thighs in a large pot along with the chopped onion and minced garlic.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and add the apple cider vinegar, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if desired.
  3. Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Once boiling, lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook for about 30 to 40 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
  6. Return the shredded chicken to the pot, mixing it well with the flavorful broth.
  7. In a separate skillet, warm each corn tortilla over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until they are soft and pliable.
  8. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous scoop of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla.
  9. Top the tacos with fresh cilantro and diced onion.
  10. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste.
  • For extra flavor, you can add cheese or avocado as toppings.
  • These tacos are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days.

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